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The campus of Fountainhead is in Knoxville, TN, which is a medium-sized city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Fountainhead include, at the school's highest level, the Bachelor's degree.
The school is known for its programs in computer science and engineering and engineering technician.
Its open admissions system makes Fountainhead an attractive choice for many applicants.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
In 2007-2008, Fountainhead had 90 students enrolled (176 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at the school are male.
More complete details are provided below.
Fountainhead College Of Technology
3203 Tazewell Pke
Knoxville, TN 37918
General Phone: (865) 688-9422
http://www.fountainheadcollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | 54 | information technology, computer security |
| Engineering Technician | 13 | electrical/electronic tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Fountainhead in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 48 | 2 |
| Bachelor's degree | 19 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Fountainhead had a total enrollment of 90 students (176 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 98% |
| Black | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 19% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 82 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Knoxville, Tennessee for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Tennessee Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 13,600 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,600 |
| Books and supplies | $ 3,250 |
Financial Aid:
Fountainhead participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 743900)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 5 | $45,000 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $45,000 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Systems Security
Information Technology
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Fountainhead Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Career counseling Career services Student employment services Offers part-time study On-campus library
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